E-Newsletter April 16, 2009
Annual Community Yard Sale April 18
Annual Yard Sale
Come to the Isle of Palms Recreation Center on Saturday, April 18 from 8:00-11:00AM for the Annual Community Yard SaleFind "like new" treasures from over 50 vendors!
 
Open Auditions for the Wizard of Oz
Wicked Witch
Ready to play the Wicked Witch of the West? Open auditions will be held at "the Rec" on Monday, April 20 and Tuesday, April 21 from 6:30-9:00 PM.  Youths and adults are welcome; no experience necessary.  Mark your calendars for the performance dates: June 3-6.
 
Twice per Week Garbage Collection Begins May 4 
Rollout Cart
On Monday, May 4, the Public Works Department will change garbage collection to twice per week.  View the schedule online to verify pick up days. 
 
Airplane Makes Emergency Landing on IOP Beach! 
Plane on IOP Beach
On April 10 at approximately 1:00 PM, a Department of Natural Resources airplane made an emergency landing on the Isle of Palms Beach.  The plane was on a turtle-spotting mission when a fuel problem forced the landing.  No one in the plane or on the ground was injured, and Police, Fire and DNR officials responded to the scene.  The plane was repaired and departed safely.
 
 
Traffic Changes due to East Cooper Triathlon on Sunday April 19

Isle of Palms drivers should be prepared to encounter minor delays from 7:00-10:30AM on Sunday, April 19.  Participants in the East Cooper Triathlon will be biking, swimming and running on the Isle of Palms.  14th Avenue from Palm Boulevard to the Sea Cabins will be closed.  Traffic patterns will be slightly altered for drivers entering the island from the Connector.  Watch for posted signs and police officers present.
 
Council Works on Budget

The Isle of Palms City Council and staff are hard at work on the budget for the next fiscal year.  Council held a budget work session on April 15th and spent several hours reviewing the budget line by line.  Council anticipates holding first reading of the budget at its April 28th regular meeting.  A public hearing has been scheduled for 6:45 PM on May 19 in to allow citizens to comment on the proposed budget.  Copies will be available for review in City Hall prior to the hearing.
  
Marina Bulkhead

 






 

Marina Celebration May 3rd! 
 
The City of Isle of Palms Marina
is celebrating two important milestones: 10 years of ownership by the City and completion of the new bulkhead wall.  Join the "pirate" party on Sunday, May 3 from 2:00-6:00PM.  Kids 12 and under are free and will enjoy a scavenger hunt, a jump castle, face painting and banana boat rides.  Admission is $10 for adults and includes a smoked barbecue with all the fixings.  Contact the Morgan Creek Grill at 843-886-8980 or the Marina Market at 843-886-3054 for more information.
 
Front Beach Parking MetersFront Beach Parking Kiosks

The season has begun on the Isle of Palms and visitors who park in the Front Beach area need to pay at the designated parking kiosks.  Paid parking is enforced from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM seven days a week.  Parking kiosks only accept cash.  Ensure that your receipt for payment is displayed on the dashboard of your car face up so that it can be read.
 
Fire Department Sign



 

 

 
Safety Tip from the Isle of Palms Fire Department

It is the time of year for "April Showers," and the Fire Department recommends taking extra safety precautions.  During a thunderstorm, find shelter in a car or building.  Stay away from tall trees, telephone poles, windows and things made of metal.  Avoid using the telephone or taking a shower. 
Feel free to contact us with any questions at 843-886-6428.
 
We're here to help you!
 
Sincerely,
City of Isle of Palms
Upcoming Meetings

For the most up-to-date information about City meetings, please visit the calendar of the City's website.  Approved agendas and minutes are posted online as soon as they are available. 
Real Property Committee Special Meeting
 April 28 at 6:00 PM
City Hall

City Council
April 28 at 7:00PM
City Hall

Public Works Committee
May 4 at 4:00 PM
Public Works Bldg

Public Safety Committee
May 4 at 5:00 PM
City Hall 

Real Property Committee
May 5 at 4:00 PM
City Hall
Recreation Committee
May 5 at 5:30 PM
Recreation Center

Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee
May 6 at 11:00 AM
City Hall

Special Municipal Election
May 12 
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Board of Zoning Appeals
May 12 at 5:30 PM
Building Department

Personnel Committee
May 12 at 5:30 PM
Fire Station 2  
Planning Commission
May 13 at 4:30 PM
Building Department

Ways and Means Committee
May 19 at 5:45 PM
City Hall

Public Hearing
May 19 at 6:45 PM
City Hall

City Council
May 19 at 7:00 PM
City Hall

City Offices CLOSED
May 25